Bars With Outdoor Seating In Manchester

A handpicked selection of wines and carefully crafted cocktails are paired with a bustling outdoor space at this Mosley Street hideaway. Check out Dukes 92 next time you're looking to top up your tan, where the lively terrace space is suited to all occasions.

Looking for an affordable bar with outdoor seating? Slug and Lettuce in Spinningfields boasts its very own terrace space complete with reclining wooden deck chairs. Order a couple of cocktail jugs and chill out under the sun knowing you're not breaking the bank.

This charming pub may be known for its winter tipis, but in summer its sun-soaked beer garden is not to be slept on. Head over to the venue for sharing platters, BBQ bites and plenty of refreshing cold brews next time you're looking for outdoor drinking and dining in Spinningfields.

With Manchester being such a bustling city, it can often be hard to find the perfect spot to drink in the sun. But that's where Banyan comes in. Not only fronting some of the best cocktails in the city, this bar's south-facing terrace is also the perfect place for a healthy dose of Vitamin D. 

Inspired by both American bar culture and Manchester's colourful past, The Liquor Store is one of the city's quirkiest bars. If the weather's looking good, grab a cocktail and lounge around in their outdoor terrace to really take the edge off things. 

Located in the heart of Manchester's city centre, The Refinery is Drake & Morgan's Spinningfields outpost. Think bottomless brunches, live sports screenings, cheese and wine experiences, alongside a stellar bar selection all coming together at this spacious bar with outdoor seating.

The Alchemist's Media City outpost offers some seriously good waterside drinking opportunities. Seat yourself outdoors and prepare for cocktails that fizz, bubble, smoke and come to life through artificial reality right before your eyes.

Once a 19th-century lock keeper's cottage, this building has seen a transformation into one of Manchester's busiest hangouts. Combined with their selection of beers, wines, spirits and unique cocktails, Lock 91 provides the perfect backdrop for outdoor drinking with views over the water.

From their signature rosemary chips to their signature burgers, Honest Burgers is a true staple up and down the country. Their Manchester outpost is no exception, as the chilled out spot promises stripped back interiors and calming vibes from a stunning rooftop terrace.

One that's certain to brighten up your Instagram, Sunset is the pink-hued sister site to swanky restaurant Australasia. Pair your meal of Asian bento boxes and sushi rolls with slushie cocktails, plush foliage and neon lights at this stunning Spinningfields terrace.

Hidden on Deansgate's John Dalton Street, The Ape & Apple is a lively bar and pub that shines a light on live music, quizzes and alfresco drinking. When you're not checking out the entertainment, take a few glasses out to their wood-filled terrace.

Sure, the Ivy may be renowned for its beaut brasserie and jaw-dropping Asian floor, but have you seen their rooftop? Filled with Insta-worthy decor and a glowing bar top, this is your spot for classy cocktails, wines, beers and food from day to night.

As its name would suggest, this stripped-back watering hole lies in the Northern Quarter. Head to Thomas Street where you'll fine Terrace NQ fronting bare brick walls and simplistic furniture coupled with alfresco craft beers, wines and G&Ts.

One of Manchester's most exclusive bar and restaurant combinations, this city centre hotspot l is home to a refined dining and drinking experience with the terrace providing the ideal alfresco area to enjoy one of their many award-winning cocktails, come rain or shine.

Offering botanical bliss under the stars, The Dakota Grill's terrace space makes for one romantic date night location. Offering heaters in the winter and sun tanning opportunities in the summer, it's solid all-rounder for alfresco drinking in Manchester.

20 Stories is a stunning rooftop bar in Manchester that shakes things up with the changing seasons. That means cosy igloos in the winter and English garden-inspired botanicals in the summer, all topped off with inventive menus and live entertainment.

What happens when you add an exclusive rooftop members' club to one of the city's hottest hotels? Head to Hotel Gotham to find out. Think panoramic citywide views, fabulous service and a cracking menu of fine food and drink.

Come for the tapas but stay for the sun-dappled roof terrace as Simon Shaw's glorious restaurant offers more than the usual Spanish fare. Alongside confit pork belly and chargrilled octopus, you'll be able to enjoy sangria, aperitifs and all kinds of cocktails in the stunning setting of El Gato Negro.

Into The Woods offers a small yet perfectly formed outdoor space for drinking and dining. Equipped with heaters, parasols and comfy cushions, the area is well-prepared for any climate, so you can sip on handcrafted cocktails and munch on brunch plates without a worry.

Manchester's very own waterside retreat, The Wharf offers stunning views across the basin. When the sun does eventually arrive, get yourself down to this exquisite venue to enjoy a glass from their collection fo 50+ wines in the large boules court.